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Rehabilitation in brain disorders. 3. Intervention strategies
N D Cobble1, C F Bontke, M E Brandstater
1Rocky Mountain Multiple Sclerosis Center, Englewood, CO 80110.
Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
|March 1, 1991
Summary
This module covers advances in brain disorder rehabilitation, including cognitive, behavioral, and physical management strategies. It details interventions for various deficits and conditions, aiding practitioners in physical medicine and rehabilitation.
Area of Science:
- Neurorehabilitation
- Brain Injury Management
Background:
- This module is part of a larger study guide on rehabilitation in brain disorders.
- It focuses on principles and advances in managing cognitive, behavioral, and physical deficits.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight advances in the management principles for brain disorders.
- To provide a comprehensive overview of rehabilitation strategies for practitioners and trainees.
Main Methods:
- Review of current pharmacologic and rehabilitative interventions.
- Integration of principles across multiple articles within the rehabilitation chapter.
Main Results:
- Covers rehabilitation philosophy, cognitive remediation, and behavioral management.
- Addresses communication, social, vocational, motor, swallowing, sensory, sexual, and substance abuse issues.
- Includes interventions for acute, chronic, and progressive brain injuries and diseases.
Conclusions:
- Emphasizes a holistic approach to brain disorder rehabilitation.
- Integrates various management strategies for comprehensive patient care.
- Directs learners to supplementary articles for deeper understanding.